And the master commended that dishonest steward for acting prudently. “For the children of this world are more prudent in dealing with their own generation than are the children of light.” Luke 16:8 NABRE A steward is called before his master for improper handling of accounts. A steward is responsible…
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Luke 15:2 – November 4, 2021
but the Pharisees and scribes began to complain, saying, “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.” Luke 15:2 NABRE Jesus has gained a reputation as a friend of tax collectors and sinners. A Jew would keep their distance from both groups as to be sure they are not influenced…
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In the same way, everyone of you who does not renounce all his possessions cannot be my disciple. Luke 14:33 NABRE Jesus has a great crowd traveling with Him and explains the radical commitment required of those who follow Him. Three times He sets forth a condition in which He…
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We know that Christ, raised from the dead, dies no more; death no longer has power over him. Romans 6:9 NABRE Paul writing to the church in Rome focuses on faith, baptism and Christ’s death and resurrection. Paul ties together those who have faith in Christ as members of the…
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He began to teach them, saying: Matthew 5:2 NABRE Jesus begins a public ministry and once He is somewhat known He provides a teaching titled the Sermon on the Mount. Matthew captures Jesus’ teachings quite extensively. He begins by declaring Jesus saw the crowds and He went up the mountain.…
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